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UFC 255 Post-Fight Show Nov 22, 2020

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With UFC 255 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines from Saturday night’s event in Las Vegas, including Deiveson Figueiredo and Valentina Shevchenko’s successful flyweight title defenses.

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UFC 255 Preview Show Nov 21, 2020

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With UFC 255 just hours away, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Jed Meshew and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday night’s event in Las Vegas, including the two championship fights at 125 pounds between Deiveson Figueiredo and Alex Perez, and the co-main event that will see Valentina Shevchenko defend against Jennifer Maia.

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What the Heck: Episode 34 | Ben Askren, Demetrious Johnson, Khaos Williams, Benson Henderson & Ashley Yoder Nov 19, 2020

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This week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck chats with Demetrious Johnson (10:42) about the pandemic shutting down his 2020 fighting year, signing and competing with ONE Championship, the UFC 255 main event between Deiveson Figueiredo and Alex Perez, and Israel Adesanya.

Khaos Williams (29:55) recaps his incredible 30-second knockout win in the main event of UFC Vegas 14 this past Saturday and reveals whether it was the scariest KO of his career.

Ben Askren (53:28) discusses being a part of The Apprentice, ONE Championship Edition, having successful hip surgery, wanting to return to wrestling in 2021, and whether he may return to MMA.

Benson Henderson (1:18:26) previews his Bellator 253 co-main event bout with Jason Jackson this Thursday, talks his recent loss to Michael Chandler and his move to the UFC, Patricio Pitbull's latest KO, and more.

Finally, Ashley Yoder (1:41:12) discusses getting back in the win column following her decision win over Miranda Granger this past Saturday at UFC Vegas 14.

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The A-Side Live Chat | UFC 255 Preview, Fiugeredo vs. Perez, McKee vs. Caldwell, Patricio Pitbull's Legacy, Crazy USADA Stories, More Nov 18, 2020

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For this episode, Brave CF flyweight Jose Torres joins José Youngs and E. Casey Leydon to react to some of the biggest stories in MMA.

Some topics include: fallout from UFC Vegas 14, headlined by Rafael dos Anjos’ win over Paul Felder; and Bellator 252, headlined by Patricio Pitbull’s KO over Pedro Carvalho; and the marketability of flyweight, and some of the craziest stories from the UFC's USADA-era

Also on tap is a look at UFC 255, headlined by Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Alex Perez & Valentina Shevchenko vs. Jennifer Maia, and Bellator 253, headlined by Darrion Caldwell vs. A.J. McKee.

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Between the Links: Episode 25 | RDA's Successful Return To 155, Bellator 252 vs. UFC Vegas 14, Fighter of the Year Nov 17, 2020

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Check out episode 25 of Between the Links as Mike Heck moderates the matchup between MMA Fighting’s Jose Youngs and Alexander K. Lee as they give their takes on Rafael dos Anjos’ decision win over Paul Felder in the main event of UFC Vegas 14 and where “RDA” now fits in the 155-pound landscape.

In addition, the panel discusses who had the better week between the UFC and Bellator, the three stars between UFC Vegas 14 and Bellator 252, Patricio Pitbull’s ranking at 145-pounds in the world, whether or not UFC 255 is flying under the radar, and if Deiveson Figueiredo—or Alex Perez—would be the frontrunner for the 2020 Fighter of the Year with a victory in the main event of Saturday night’s PPV even in Las Vegas.

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On To the Next One: Episode 18 | Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 14 Nov 15, 2020

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In the 18th episode of On to the Next One, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday's UFC Vegas 14 event at the UFC APEX.

Future fights were discussed for headliners Rafael dos Anjos --who earned a decision win--and Paul Felder, Khaos Williams, Ashley Yoder, Sean Strickland, Cory McKenna, and more.

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UFC Vegas 14: RDA vs. Felder Post-Fight Show Nov 15, 2020

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With UFC Vegas 14 in the books, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines from Saturday night’s event at the UFC APEX, including Rafael dos Anjos’ successful return to the lightweight division against Paul Felder in the main event.

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UFC Vegas 14: Felder vs. RDA Preview Show Nov 13, 2020

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With UFC Vegas 14 just hours away, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines ahead of Saturday night's event at the UFC APEX, including the lightweight headliner between Paul Felder and Rafael dos Anjos.

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What the Heck: Episode 33 | Alexander Hernandez, Brandon Royval & Lex McMahon Nov 12, 2020

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This week on What the Heck, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck chats with Alexander Hernandez (12:20) as he recaps his impressive first-round KO win over Chris Gruetzmacher at UFC Vegas 12, his big payday, Thiago Moises' callout and more.

UFC flyweight Brandon Royval (31:51) previews his pivotal 125-pound matchup with Brandon Moreno at UFC 255 on Nov. 21.

Titan FC COO Lex McMahon (49:24) discusses his decision to make his MMA debut at Fighting Force 4 Nov. 21 at 49 years of age, working with the likes of Stephen Thompson and Walt Harris in preparation, raising awareness for military veterans suffering from PTSD, and Titan FC 65 going down the day after his fight,

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Leon Edwards on Ending the Hype Surrounding Khamzat Chimaev and His Title Fight Hopes for 2021 Nov 12, 2020

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Leon Edwards explains how he ended up with the fight against Khamzat Chimaev, his desire to end the hype surrounding the undefeated prospect and the chances that a win on Dec. 19 will finally earn him a long awaited title shot.

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